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#1249 of 2,221 schools in MO
East Elem.
Elementary School · JEFFERSON CITY
1229 E MCCARTY, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,249 of 2,221
In Jefferson City
#11 of 18
public schools
In district
#12 of 16
JEFFERSON CITY
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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East Elem.
Elementary School in Jefferson City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Elem.
East Elem. is a public elementary school in Jefferson City, MO, part of JEFFERSON CITY. East Elem. serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,249 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for East Elem. show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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East Elem. — Students at East Elem. score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)
Based on 29 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How East Elem. Compares
See how East Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1229 E MCCARTY, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.5 mi | — |
| MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.6 mi | — |
| LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE Jefferson City | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| WEST ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City | 4.3 mi | 8.6 |
| BLAIR OAKS INTERMEDIATE Jefferson City | 5.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BLAIR OAKS ELEM. Jefferson City | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,013
Median Home Value
$234,600
Median Rent
$770/mo
Population
29,777
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Warrenton, MO | 6.1 |
| ELLIS ELEM. Plattsburg, MO | 6.1 |
| KIPP WISDOM ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 6.1 |
| LAKELAND ELEM. Deepwater, MO | 6.1 |
| LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey, MO | 6.1 |
| LAURENCE J. DALY ELEM. Fayette, MO | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Elem.
What grades does East Elem. serve?
East Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend East Elem.?
East Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at East Elem. is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Elem. rank in MO?
East Elem. ranks #1,249 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is East Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
East Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at East Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Elem. has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is East Elem. a charter school?
No, East Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Elem. a Title I school?
No, East Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Elem.?
99.3% of students at East Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cole County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (573) 659-3165
Resources & Links
District
JEFFERSON CITY- District Enrollment
- 8,560
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,522
- District Rank
- #12 of 16
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